Routine resort-goers know the Cayman Islands’ Seven Mile Beach well—they flock to its white sands, turquoise water, and luxurious coastal amenities for stress-free vacations. Among the hotel-speckled coastline, Palm Heights stands out for being the first of its kind on the strip—an all-suite boutique hotel with splashy, ’70s-derived interiors that quickly became a fixture for coastal creatives when it reopened in 2019. The visionary behind its distinct style? Creative director Gabriella Khalil, also known for her wide breadth of interiors work, including projects in New York’s WSA building, SoHo darling Happier Grocery, as well as global hospitality projects.Kravaev-Söderberg and Khalil. Courtesy of H&M HomeOn June 12, H&M Home and Khalil are bringing the property’s signature vacation vibe to your own space, with a resort-inspired line that draws from the palette and prints of Palm Heights—its bright yellows, white sands, cabana stripes, and retro style. While the Swedish powerhouse already offers an impressive decor inventory, this melding of the minds invites a new POV to their Scandi sensibilities.“Our philosophy is to create interior objects that stand the test of time in terms of design while also respecting quality and price, so that interior enthusiasts can decorate their homes in a personal and contemporary way,” says Evelina Kravaev-Söderberg, head of design and creative at H&M Home. “A collaboration like this allows us to tap into a unique world and invite our customers to access the beauty and escapism of Palm Heights.”The 23-piece collection features robes, towels, pool cushions, even a retro sun fan that incorporates the signature design and glamorous spirit of the hotel. “We call the ’70s the glory days of the Caribbean—moments from that time and the architecture of the building lent itself to that era. We wanted to hone in on it,” Khalil said. “Photography by Slim Aarons and imagery of Grace Jones have been a consistent visual reference.”The reversible stripe throw pillows in the collection’s characteristic yellow and brown. Courtesy of H&M HomeThe Palm Heights–embossed cabana towel, pictured here with the backgammon set. Courtesy of H&M HomeStriped cotton robes in bright yellow and deep brown mix with striped towels with checkered trims in the same palette, gesturing to the umbrellas that line the beachfront property. Design-forward objects also appear in the collection like teak sandstone ceramics and wooden candleholders. The sun fan is rattan with a bold black handle, which, Khalil says, “captures the playfulness and elegance of the collection as well as the spirit of summer vacations.” A reed diffuser and candle manifest the scent of the Caribbean coastline—tonka santal with sun-ripe plum, cedarwood, and tobacco.The sandstone candleholders, as well as the sandstone bowls in both large and small. Courtesy of H&M HomeWith play and relaxation top of mind, the collection also features a checkered Ping-Pong set and backgammon set for bringing summer playfulness to the home. “I hope people feel the beginning of summer; there’s joyfulness, sunshine, and elegant simplicity,” Khalil says.Ultimately, Kravaev-Söderberg’s goal is to make the magic of the islands accessible to all. “Our idea is to give more people the opportunity to feel the magic of these incredible places—to allow them to travel without leaving home,” she says. With the collection’s most expensive item clocking in at $140, you can thank H&M Home for saving your wallet a trip to the Caymans. The collection will be available for purchase on June 12. Prices start at $25 and range to $140.Palm Heights yellow cushions, H&M glasses, and the collection’s sun fan. Courtesy of H&M HomeThe orange glass and pitcher collection, pictured with the handmade straw basket. Courtesy of H&M Home

La Libreria is a lightweight, demountable library designed by Diller Scofidio + Renfro for the Venice Architecture Biennale. Measuring 24 meters long, the pavilion is built for easy transport and can be set up in different locations to encourage reading and literacy. The structure uses principles from tensile architecture, inspired by research and work from French engineer Robert Le Ricolais. Instead of being anchored to the ground, La Libreria relies on a combination of ballasts and the weight of books for stability. Books are housed in wooden shelves that line the length of the library, helping to reinforce the frame while making literature easily accessible. This thoughtful design allows the library to remain flexible and adaptable, supporting community engagement wherever it goes. La Libreria shows how smart engineering and a love for books can come together in a functional, inviting space. Designer: Diller Scofidio + Renfro The library features a 24-metre-long span wrapped in Structural Transparent Fluorinated Envelope (STFE), a high-performance, lightweight architectural textile. This material, similar to what was used for The Shed in Manhattan’s Hudson Yards, was chosen for its clear transparency and portability. STFE allows the pavilion to be easily demounted and packed into a container for transport. While the structure is specifically designed for dismantling and reassembly in new locations, plans for where it will go next have not yet been announced. This thoughtful choice of material ensures both visual openness and practical mobility for the library. La Libreria stands in the Giardini della Biennale, close to the bookshop designed by James Stirling. It joins an array of national pavilions at this year’s Venice Architecture Biennale, including the Danish Pavilion—transformed into a construction site by Søren Pihlmann—and the Finnish Pavilion, which explores the lesser-known history of an Alvar Aalto building. This gathering of diverse and innovative spaces highlights the Biennale’s role as a showcase for architectural creativity and experimentation. La Libreria is more than just a temporary library – it proves how smart design can support literacy and bring people together in any setting. Its lightweight, portable structure and innovative use of materials reflect a forward-thinking approach to architecture—one that values adaptability, sustainability, and community impact. By blending engineering precision with a love for books, La Libreria creates a welcoming space where visitors can pause, reflect, and engage with literature, no matter where it travels next. As part of the Venice Architecture Biennale, it stands alongside other inventive projects, showing how architecture can respond to both practical needs and cultural aspirations. The post This Innovative Transparent Library With A Portable Design Is Reinventing Public Infrastructure first appeared on Yanko Design.

The world of work is being dominated by the transformative power of artificial intelligence. We see it reshaping processes, driving efficiencies, and promising new levels of productivity across every business. And while AI’s technical capabilities are undeniable, we must also recognize the enduring—and even amplified—importance of uniquely human skills, particularly our ability to connect with one another. In this age of algorithms, fostering genuine human connection is not a soft skill; it’s becoming a core driver of innovation and progress.  More than ever, employees want stronger relationships, a sense of connection, and to be seen and valued. In fact, according to McKinsey & Company research, the top reasons for quitting, as cited by former employees, were that they didn’t feel valued by their organizations (54%) or their managers (52%), or didn’t feel a sense of belonging at work (51%).  Moreover, extensive research has found that workplace loneliness is associated with lower job performance, reduced job satisfaction, poorer employee-boss relationships, and higher burnout.  It’s vital for organizations to understand how human connection can benefit their businesses.  AI and the human element  The promise of AI is vast, analyzing data in seconds and automating complex tasks. Yet, this very power presents a potential paradox. If we are not intentional, AI risks creating intellectual silos, limiting our exposure to diverse viewpoints, and stifling innovation. The human capacity to connect, to truly understand and appreciate different ways of thinking stemming from various life experiences and backgrounds, is essential to spark innovation and tackle shared problems.  The capacity and desire for connection is already causing a shift in AI usage. According to Harvard Business Review findings, the top usage of GenAI right now is for “therapy/companionship,” whereas just last year, it was for “generating ideas.”  The power of understanding: Insights on connection  Insightful research about connection is being done by academic researchers and nonprofit organizations like More in Common, a Workday Foundation grantee. Their two-year study, The Connection Opportunity, underscores a fundamental human truth: We are wired for connection. They found that 66% of Americans across all demographic groups feel they can learn something valuable from others who are different—and 70% of those surveyed also feel that responsibility. In a separate poll, they found that 82% of Americans either somewhat or strongly agree that “our success as a nation depends on our ability to work across differences” and a majority express an interest in better understanding one another.  When we are working toward a shared goal, there are core values and shared aspirations that bind us. By actively seeking out this common ground and fostering positive interactions, we can all bridge divides, both in our personal lives and within our organizations.   Feeling connection is not just good for our own wellbeing, it is also crucial for business outcomes. According to research, 94% of employees say that feeling connected to their colleagues makes them more productive at work, and over four times as likely to feel job satisfaction and half as likely to leave their jobs within the next year.   More in Common has identified key “connectors”—shared values and experiences that have the power to bring seemingly disparate groups together. These can range from a shared commitment to community well-being to ensuring participants feel confident they would have something in common with one another—like shared identities or interests.  This emphasis on shared values and the active pursuit of connection resonates deeply with the principles we strive for at Workday and underscores why supporting nonprofit organizations and funder collaboratives like More in Common, the U.S. Chamber of Connection, One America, New Pluralists, and many more, is so vital for business and society to thrive.  The elevated human: Skills for an AI-driven era  Workday’s recent global study, Elevating Human Potential: The AI Skills Revolution, delves into the evolving impact of AI on the workplace. Strikingly, our research found that while AI will undoubtedly transform how we work, it is simultaneously elevating the importance of uniquely human skills, like empathy, ethical decision making, conflict resolution, and relationship building.   Our findings also confirm that employees are feeling a need for increased human connection as AI adoption grows, with 82% employees recognizing a greater demand for it.  Lead with connection  These studies all underscore a vital leadership imperative. As we integrate AI deeper into our workflows, we should be deliberate in cultivating environments that prioritize genuine human connection and the development of these essential human skills.   This means creating intentional spaces—both physical and virtual—that encourage open dialogue, active listening, and the respectful exchange of diverse perspectives. Leaders should champion empathy and relationship-building skill development within their teams, actively working to promote thoughtful opportunities for human connection in our AI-driven environment.  Ultimately, the future of innovation and progress will be shaped by our ability to harness the power of AI in a way that amplifies our uniquely human capacities, especially our innate drive to connect with one another. By prioritizing human connection and cultivating these essential skills, we can ensure that AI empowers a more collaborative, innovative, and ultimately, more human-centered future of work.  Carrie Varoquiers is the chief philanthropy officer at Workday.  

After reviewing almost 500 projects, we’re excited to share the winners of the 2023 Unity for Humanity Grant. All of the social impact creators receiving funding this year are using real-time 3D to drive change in truly innovative ways.Projects were judged based on vision, impact, inclusion, and viability. Winners will receive a bespoke grant from a pool of $500,000 USD, plus mentorship and technical support to help bring their projects to life. If you have a project you’d like to submit in the future, sign up to the Social Impact mailing list for updates about when next year’s grant will open.What’s the project?X-Ray Fashion is a VR documentary by Denmark-based XR studio MANND that uses immersive storytelling to educate audiences about issues within the fashion industry. The project combines virtual reality with corresponding physical elements (for example, when walking through water in the documentary, you walk through shallow water in the real world) to create a truly sensory experience that takes viewers through the various stages of a typical garment’s production process, from the sweat shop all the way to the catwalk.What’s the purpose?The fashion industry is the second-largest polluter in the world. It accounts for 10% of all global carbon emissions, and a huge 60% of textiles are thrown away within one year of being made. On top of that, a single pair of denim jeans requires 10,000 liters of water to make.The creators of X-Ray Fashion recognize that our habit of constantly changing our wardrobes and disposing of clothes we no longer like is having a big impact. Their goal is to use this immersive experience to change consumer behavior by helping viewers understand the impact that their wardrobes have on the environment and people working in the industry. Ultimately, the project encourages lifestyle changes such as buying second-hand garments, taking better care of what we already own, and minimizing our overall fashion consumption.What’s the project?Trying to put how you’re feeling into words when experiencing complex emotions and mental health issues can often be difficult. Sarah Ticho encountered this challenge when trying to describe her grief and mental state to a doctor during a time when she needed help. The experience led her to collaborate with experience designer Niki Smit to develop SoulPaint, a VR project in which participants create artwork on an avatar that expresses their inner world using color, shapes, movement, and imagery.What’s the purpose?According to Harvard Medical School, miscommunication is at the heart of most medical errors. SoulPaint is a unique experience that aims to transform the way we communicate our emotions with others, remove the stigma around mental health, and trigger impactful conversations by creating a shared exhibition experience in public spaces worldwide. It will also ultimately provide a tool that allows patients to improve communication with health care professionals.What’s the project?Quantum’s Pursuit is a game by Limbitless Solutions that lets children with bionic limbs play the limb-different grandchildren of Dr. Quantum, a tech genius and wizard who has developed renewable energy. Dr. Quantum has been kidnapped by evil Galacdorks trying to steal his invention, and it’s the player’s goal to journey through the levels, defeat the boss, and save Dr. Quantum.The game allows hospitals to teach children how to use their new bionic limbs in a fun, engaging, and stress-free way, while also gaining insight into the needs of each child based on their muscle strength – information that is usually difficult to ascertain.What’s the purpose?Limbitless Solutions provides free bionic arms, training, and even covers travel costs for patients and their families. This incredible project can vastly improve the quality of life of children with limb differences and ease the transition to a bionic limb during an otherwise difficult time.What’s the project?Using VR, Follow the Investigation: Inside the ICC shows International Criminal Court (ICC) cases at various stages of the judicial process. The experience provides valuable insight into how the ICC system works to bring those responsible for crimes against humanity – including war crimes and genocide – to justice.Viewers witness testimonies from survivors of past ICC cases, visit field investigation sites, process evidence in ICC forensic labs, and sit in on courtroom proceedings drawn from a variety of infamous global cases.What’s the purpose?This project serves as a somber reminder of and education about the work of the ICC and the process of seeking justice, helping to raise awareness of atrocities and the experiences of survivors to ensure continued global support for their recovery and the work of the ICC. The project also offers an impactful way for victims of horrific crimes to better understand the legal processes that relate to their own cases.What’s the project?In World Reborn, the world’s first activism adventure game, your goal is to save the world after a cataclysmic event fractures it into multiple realities. The mobile game uses AR to combine actions in the real world with choices in the virtual world, encouraging players to make a difference in both. Real-world actions that help you progress through the game include donating money, picking up trash, completing breathing exercises, and more.What’s the purpose?90% of the 72 million teenagers in the U.S. play video games. Having grown up with an awareness of pressing global issues – including climate change, mental health, and racial injustice – they want to make a difference, but often feel powerless to do so. The founders of Wicked Saints, creators of World Reborn, worked for the world’s largest peacebuilding organization and trained young movement leaders all over the world. They saw how many lives were transformed using an approach called Common Ground Activism – attacking the problem, not the person. Now, they’re building World Reborn to empower young people with CGA skills and drive change through incremental steps in the real world. Join their Discord community to get special access and be part of building the game.What’s the project?“What would the children of the future think about the mistakes of our past?” is the question that Team Gramps sought to answer with A Week at Belisamas Lake. This narrative-based mobile fishing game follows young Lotus and their grandmother Pearl as they recover 21st-century trash from a local lake in a future where humanity has overcome the climate crisis – and profoundly changed in the process. Using gyroscopic controls, you fish for items, inspect them, and listen as Pearl sheds light on relics of the past.What’s the purpose?Through a wholesome, optimistic narrative, A Week at Belisamas Lake shines a light on the possibility of a future society in a post-climate change world. Weaving together intergenerational relationships and items of the present day, the story examines just how drastically things might change if we don’t take action now, and how meaningful climate action will ultimately change us.Trigger warning: griefWhat’s the project?Drawing on the 17-year life cycle and symbolism of the Brood X cicadas, this virtual reality experience follows a mother’s journey to find meaning after the loss of her son. Using personal audio files, music, and images, the player is taken on a journey through the mother’s narrative, interacting with the experiences of passing time and grief.What’s the purpose?Year of the Cicadas is a mother’s reflection on the power of finding meaning in the most tragic of stories, and how that meaning transforms over time. The goal of this experience is to provide a window into the life-long journey of meaning-making after child loss for those who may know or work with bereaved parents and family members.Trigger warning: sexual assault, child abuseWhat’s the project?This mobile game is designed for parents who suspect their child may be the victim of sexual abuse or who want to talk to their children about topics like consent. Patito uses minigames to show a young character realizing he is a victim, providing a sensitive approach to educating children and parents on these difficult topics.What’s the purpose?According to the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), over 4.5 million children are victims of sexual abuse every year in Mexico. Pink Bear Games have created Patito to raise awareness of this issue and help give parents an effective way to communicate about sexual abuse and consent with their children. Their goal is to provide the app for free in an effort to help prevent future cases.Congratulations to all of this year’s winners – we can’t wait to share more of their projects with you. If you’re a social impact creator, join the Unity for Humanity Community Discord to meet like-minded creators.

Senior Animator – Temp (SFD / Cinematics)Blizzard EntertainmentIrvine California 92618 United States of America1 hour agoApplyTeam Name:CinematicsJob Title:Senior Animator – Temp (SFD / Cinematics)Requisition ID:R025215Job Description:Blizzard Entertainment is looking for a dedicated 3D animator to assist our Cinematics team in crafting the next generation of Epic animated films.What You Bring to the TablePriorities can often change in a fast-paced environment like ours, so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:The cinematic animator will be skilled at animating characters at a level that lives up to the ever-increasing Blizzard Entertainment standard of quality. The ideal candidate has a passion for animation and film making, with experience animating a diverse array of characters and creatures in different styles, from cartoony to realistic and anywhere in-between. A solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation are critical. You must enjoy working on a highly collaborative team of peers as passionate about making phenomenal movies and games as we are. Blizzard Entertainment offers a fun, creative, and technically challenging environment with excellent compensation.This role is anticipated to be a hybrid work position, with some work on-site and some work-from-home. The potential home studio for this role is Irvine, CA. However, we understand each person’s circumstances may be unique and will work with you to explore other possible options, including remote work arrangements.We have multiple temporary roles open with 5-month and 6-month terms. Start dates will be the beginning of June 2025.Minimum RequirementsExperience6+ years' experience in game development, television, or film industry using Maya or equivalent 3D programExperience working with Directors, Animation Supervisors and Leads developing, defining, and maintaining high-end cinematic animationsKnowledge & SkillsA demo reel demonstrating high quality hand-keyed animations through solid body mechanics and engaging performancesA solid grasp of body mechanics and character acting with a mastery of the 12 principles of animation are essentialKey AttributesPassion for film, animation, and video gamesSelf-motivation, good communication skills, and a great team-player attitudeAssist in supporting and evolving the Cinematics team with constructive feedback both technically and artisticallyExtra PointsArtistic skills: storyboarding, gesture drawing, 2D animation, compositionTechnical skills: rigging, scripting, and understanding of pipelinePhysical skills: acting, martial arts, and choreographyFilm making skills: cinematography, pre-visualization, editing, and story writingUnderstanding of FX, particles, cloth, and hair as they contribute to a character’s performance and other facets of both 2D and 3D animation is essentialYour PlatformBest known for iconic video game universes including Warcraft®, Overwatch®, Diablo®, and StarCraft®, Blizzard Entertainment, Inc. (www.blizzard.com), a division of Activision Blizzard, which was acquired by Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), is a premier developer and publisher of entertainment experiences. Blizzard Entertainment has created some of the industry’s most critically acclaimed and genre-defining games over the last 30 years, with a track record that includes multiple Game of the Year awards. Blizzard Entertainment engages tens of millions of players around the world with titles available on PC via Battle.net®, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, iOS, and Android.Our WorldActivision Blizzard, Inc., is one of the world's largest and most successful interactive entertainment companies and is at the intersection of media, technology and entertainment. We are home to some of the most beloved entertainment franchises including Call of Duty ®, World of Warcraft® , Overwatch ®, Diablo ®, Candy Crush ™ and Bubble Witch ™. Our combined entertainment network delights hundreds of millions of monthly active users in 196 countries, making us the largest gaming network on the planet!Our ability to build immersive and innovate worlds is only enhanced by diverse teams working in an inclusive environment. We aspire to have a culture where everyone can thrive in order to connect and engage the world through epic entertainment. We provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered!The videogame industry and therefore our business is fast-paced and will continue to evolve. As such, the duties and responsibilities of this role may be changed as directed by the Company at any time to promote and support our business and relationships with industry partners.We love hearing from anyone who is enthusiastic about changing the games industry. Not sure you meet all qualifications? Let us decide! Research shows that women and members of other under-represented groups tend to not apply to jobs when they think they may not meet every qualification, when, in fact, they often do! We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourage you to apply.We are committed to working with and providing reasonable assistance to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you are a disabled individual requiring an accommodation to apply for an open position, please email your request to accommodationrequests@activisionblizzard.com. General employment questions cannot be accepted or processed here. Thank you for your interest.We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, among other characteristics.RewardsWe provide a suite of benefits that promote physical, emotional and financial well-being for ‘Every World’ - we’ve got our employees covered! Subject to eligibility requirements, the Company offers comprehensive benefits including:Medical, dental, vision, health savings account or health reimbursement account, healthcare spending accounts, dependent care spending accounts, life and AD&D insurance, disability insurance;401(k) with Company match, tuition reimbursement, charitable donation matching;Paid holidays and vacation, paid sick time, floating holidays, compassion and bereavement leaves, parental leave;Mental health & wellbeing programs, fitness programs, free and discounted games, and a variety of other voluntary benefit programs like supplemental life & disability, legal service, ID protection, rental insurance, and others;If the Company requires that you move geographic locations for the job, then you may also be eligible for relocation assistance.Eligibility to participate in these benefits may vary for part time and temporary full-time employees and interns with the Company. You can learn more by visiting https://www.benefitsforeveryworld.com/ .In the U.S., the standard base pay range for this role is $38.85 - $71.83 Hourly. These values reflect the expected base pay range of new hires across all U.S. locations. Ultimately, your specific range and offer will be based on several factors, including relevant experience, performance, and work location. Your Talent Professional can share this role’s range details for your local geography during the hiring process. In addition to a competitive base pay, employees in this role may be eligible for incentive compensation. Incentive compensation is not guaranteed. While we strive to provide competitive offers to successful candidates, new hire compensation is negotiable. Create Your Profile — Game companies can contact you with their relevant job openings. Apply

VALHALLA's second beta dropped on May 01, 2025. Grab it while it's hot! Posted by garsipal on May 6th, 2025 May 01, 2025 - The second beta is out! Change log: Reworked the game HUD with animations and improved gameplay feedback Game version string update - Show game version in the server browser- Display warning if client and server versions mismatch before connecting- Show client game version in the main menuAdded disconnection error alert box Major Invasion mode refinements for better pacing and balance - Fixed monster behaviors - Reworked appearance and attacks for certain monsters - Fixed hitbox issuesRevamped offline match setup and voting interface New texture manipulation features - Transform textures using matrices (`vmatrix` / `texmatrix`) - Adjust texture hue (`vhue` / `texhue`) - Support for spritesheet animationsOptional IP geolocation and custom flag support - Servers can enable GeoIP - Players can customize their profile with country or custom flagsSmoother gameplay feel with updated animations and effects - Enhanced camera shake and visual effects - Improved bobbing animations - Added natural weapon swayNew music tracks - Win/lose themes - New main menu track - Additional gameplay tracksMore community maps New announcer lines and voice lines Improved tutorial level - Added new tasks - More environmental storytelling - Extra missionsInteractive ragdolls (yes, really) Reworked projectile system - Projectiles can now be destroyed in both online and offline modes - Server recognizes who destroyed a projectile and credits the kill - Code refactored for better maintainabilityAdded interface to customize controls Improved intermission (end-of-match) experience - Shorter delay before exit - Voting interface for next map and mode - Fixed infinite intermission bug in Invasion modeWeapon balancing and feedback improvements - Stronger recoil for more powerful weapons - New zoom effect - Tweaked weapon statsFixed various bot behavior issues New 3D and 2D assets Tons of fixes: UI, editor, memory management, optimization and crashes Codebase refactoring and cleanup behind the scenes More

Straw Stack Space in Houhu Art Park / WCY Regional StudioSave this picture!© Jinquan KongCommunity Center, Cultural Center•Chang Sha Shi, China Architects: WCY Regional Studio Area Area of this architecture project Area:  748 m² Year Completion year of this architecture project Year:  2023 Photographs Photographs:Jinquan Kong, Haohao Xu Lead Architects: Chunyu Wei, Sheng Ouyang More SpecsLess Specs Save this picture! Text description provided by the architects. Straw Stack Space is located in Houhu Art Park in Changsha, Hunan Province, which is a special 'village in the middle of the city' in Changsha that grew up spontaneously, located at the foot of Yuelu Mountain, and in the centre of the university town. Since the 1950s, the Houhu Art Park has become a unique cultural landmark in Changsha through its history of fisheries, art training and art exhibitions. And, Straw Stack Space is a small community cultural complex in Houhu Lake, integrates exhibitions, art salons, music performances and cultural and creative exchanges.Save this picture!Using pure 'Euclidean Geometry' ---square and circle as the basic graphic language, Straw Stack Space tries to revive the poetic atmosphere of Houhu's past as a field and countryside through the abstraction and metaphor of 'wheat (rice) haystacks', round barns, sunbathing yards and other memorable scenes in the rural landscape. The building occupies two residential sites, and we combined one house with six 'cylinders' in juxtaposition, while the other house has one 'cylinder' implanted in a pure 'square'. The cylinder array and the standard square form an isomorphic and inverted base relationship.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!The public cultural and artistic activities that take place in the Straw Stack Space with a sense of 'autonomy' or 'accident', such as contemporary art exhibitions, university graduation design exhibitions, small-scale music parties, modern dances, lawn music festivals, etc. At this point, the 'space' has the ability of 'functional transformation',and it has already departed from the original design preconception, and has generated other interpretations, but it is also an unexpected praise to us.Save this picture!The windows of the Straw Stack Space are mainly orientated to spatial experience, especially strengthening the use of natural top light: when the light is thrown down from the upper part of the building's cylindrical space, through the vertical directivity of the cylinders, it draws one's visual focus to the sky, establishing a relationship between the space, the body and the sky and the earth. Together with the geometrical order of the arrayed cylinders, it tries to let the body deeply perceive a certain ritual, quiet and poetic spatial atmosphere.Save this picture!Save this picture!Save this picture!After the completion of the project, whether it is the indigenous villagers, neighbouring citizens, teachers and students of the university, or foreign tourists, when they are relaxing in the Straw Stack Space, they will feel a special kind of 'spatial' information, which tries to evoke the memory of a familiar place or unfamiliar reverie, which belongs to the unique 'sense of place' of the Houhu Art Park or the Straw Stack Space, and it is also the power of the Archetype that we are looking for.Save this picture! Project gallerySee allShow less Project locationAddress:Chang Sha Shi, ChinaLocation to be used only as a reference. It could indicate city/country but not exact address.About this officeWCY Regional StudioOffice••• MaterialBrickMaterials and TagsPublished on May 15, 2025Cite: "Straw Stack Space in Houhu Art Park / WCY Regional Studio" 15 May 2025. ArchDaily. Accessed . <https://www.archdaily.com/1030097/straw-stack-space-in-houhu-art-park-wcy-regional-studio&gt ISSN 0719-8884Save世界上最受欢迎的建筑网站现已推出你的母语版本!想浏览ArchDaily中国吗?是否 You've started following your first account!Did you know?You'll now receive updates based on what you follow! Personalize your stream and start following your favorite authors, offices and users.Go to my stream

As the Muppets’ presence at Disney Parks continues to evolve, the beloved Jim Henson Company characters are marking their 70-year anniversary at the same time as Disneyland. With that in mind Disney Experiences and Muppet Studios collaborated on a special show to fit perfectly along with the celebrations across the Disneyland Resort. io9 was present for the premiere of the Muppets’ special greeting before the first showing of World of Color: Happiness, the nighttime water spectacular at Disney California Adventure. Before the show, representatives and producing teams from Disney Experiences discussed the latest collaboration between Disney and Henson. “Well, there’s a lot of hijinks I can tell you that for sure,” said Susanna Tubert, creative director of Disney Live Entertainment. “But it quickly became apparent to us that the Muppets are actually celebrating their 70th anniversary as well. So when we reached out to our partners at the Muppet Studios and said, ‘Hey, do the Muppets want to play with us? It was also resounding: yes.” Tubert added, “I will share that Miss Piggy had a lot of requests, there were a lot of wardrobe requests. There are a few special outfits that may have been made for her for this. Gonzo got into some hijinks [and] it all kind of went rolling down hill very quickly, but we had a lot of fun.” © io9 Gizmodo The Muppets moment before World of Color presents some classic Muppet Show-style shenanigans, as they’re there to give audiences instructions on how to spectate the show they’re about to watch. All of the iconic characters get in on the action and it makes you wish they’d just run the rest of the show. There’s music and classic gags. Be sure to watch out for Gonzo the Great making a death-defying jump over the water, and of course there’s enough Mayhem to go around with Dr. Teeth and friends. What’s interesting is that World of Color: Happiness heavily features Paul Williams’ iconic Muppets tune “Rainbow Connection” covered by Boys II Men—but the characters themselves don’t appear in the show, which is such a wasted opportunity. Inside Out fans will be happy to know all of Riley’s emotions handle the mix-tape tinged new water show that fits the chaotic tone that takes you on a real rollercoaster of feelings with new and nostalgic Disney musical moments. But we wanted more Muppets! We lost their 3D show in California years ago and Disney World’s version just followed suit. While we look forward to the Muppets coaster on the East Coast, we hope the West Coast isn’t forgotten. The World of Color intro got some good cheers and showed how even projected on water, the Muppets energy cannot be contained. And as they celebrate 70 years of timelessness, that is something we shouldn’t take for granted. World of Color: Happiness with a special message from the Muppets will be projected on scheduled nights during Disneyland’s 70th Anniversary at the Disneyland Resort. Want more io9 news? Check out when to expect the latest Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, what’s next for the DC Universe on film and TV, and everything you need to know about the future of Doctor Who.